AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt
An operational definition specifies
A.exactly how a variable is measured
B.the study's ethical limits
C.who funds the research
D.the sample size
Explanation
Core Concept
Defining 'aggression' as 'hits per minute' makes the concept observable and replicable — the requirement for real science.
Correct Answer
Aexactly how a variable is measured
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